Hawthorn Inn Bed and Breakfast in Camden, Maine

[Hawthorn Inn Bed and Breakfast/Jumping Rocks Photography]

The Hawthorn Inn Bed and Breakfast is a charming getaway in the heart of Camden, Maine. Housed in a beautifully preserved 1894 Queen Anne-style Victorian mansion on 1.2 acres of manicured lawn and gardens, this delightful hotel offers elegant accommodations, delicious homecooked breakfasts, welcoming communal spaces and gorgeous gardens in which to relax, and gracious hospitality. Listed on the National Register of Historical Places and ideally located for exploring Camden and the surrounding Maine area, the Hawthorn Inn Bed and Breakfast promises an unforgettable stay.

The Hawthorn Inn Bed and Breakfast feature ten beautifully appointed guest rooms with charming, country-style décor, plush furnishings, private bathrooms, modern amenities and lovely views over the garden from large windows that flood each room with natural light. Each room features a private en-suite bathroom with walk-in showers and whirlpool tubs (some rooms), thick bathrobes and towels, and organic bath products. Modern amenities include air-conditioning (in season), televisions, DVD players (some rooms), hairdryers, clock radio and alarms, irons and ironing boards, and complimentary wireless Internet.

The Norfolk Room is a spacious quadruple room on the second floor of the Carriage House. This room features a king-size bed with luxury linens and a double day bed with a pullout trundle for additional guests. An en-suite bathroom has a walk-in shower and double whirlpool tub, and a lovely sitting area offers comfortable seating and a gas log stove/fireplace. A private balcony has outdoor seating and overlooks the beautiful gardens below.

The Watney room is a tranquil, elegantly decorated retreat on the first floor of the Carriage House. This room features a king-size bed with luxury linens, an en-suite bathroom with two-person shower and extra-large whirlpool tub, and a spacious sitting area with a leather loveseat and a gas-log stove. An enormous private deck boasts beautiful views of the garden and Camden Harbor.

The Brougham room is a romantic and cozy room on the second floor of the Carriage House and features a king-size bed with luxury linens, and an en-suite bathroom with two-person shower and whirlpool tub. This room also offers a gas-log stove and private deck with beautiful views of the garden and Camden Harbor.

The Cabriolet room can be found on the first floor of the Carriage House and features two twin beds that can be converted into a king, an en-suite bathroom with two-person corner whirlpool tub, walk-in shower, and plush bathrobes, and a private patio overlooking Camden Harbor.

The Caroline is located on the first floor in the front of the Main House with views over the street. The room features a king-size bed with luxury linens, a large, airy bathroom with walk-in shower and plush bathrobes, and a cozy sitting area with a table and chairs.

The Regency room is a spacious deluxe queen room with a beautiful queen-size four poster bed in luxury linens, and an en-suite bathroom with a Victorian soaking tub and thick bathrobes. Located on the second floor of the Main House, this room has lovely views of the gardens and Camden Harbor.

The Jillian is a Junior Suite on the second floor of the Main House overlooking the street and Mount Battie and features a queen-size four poster bed with luxury linens, a comfortable sitting room with a convertible loveseat for an extra guest and a gas log stove.

The Rose room is a modest, cozy room with two twin beds that can be converted into a large double if necessary. Located on the second floor of the Main House, the Rose room is small, but very comfortable and has lovely views of the garden and Camden Harbor.

The Turret room is on the second floor of the Main House and features a queen-size bed with luxury linens, a small, en-suite bathroom with a shower, and a sitting area with a Victorian loveseat and chair for relaxing and reading. Beautiful bow windows in the middle of the tower add natural light and air to the room.

The Emma Knight room can be found on the lower level of the Main House below the kitchen and features a queen-size bed with luxury linens, a Victorian soaking tub and alcove sink in the bedroom and a separate sitting room with an extra single daybed and pull out trundle for additional guests.

Dining

Delicious two-course breakfasts are served in the sunny dining room and library every morning and out in the garden during the warmer summer months. Breakfasts are prepared with fresh, locally sourced and organic ingredients, and other selections are available for those guests with specific dietary requirements. Breakfast dishes include fresh fruit plates, sweet and savory dishes such as pancakes, French toast, quiches, and frittatas, with breakfast meats and smoked salmon sometimes being served as accompaniments. In addition to the sumptuous fare, there is freshly brewed roasted coffee from four different countries, a selection of imported teas and fresh juices. Ready-made ‘to-go’ breakfast bags can be prepared for those leaving early or on the run, and there is a bowl of fruit, as well as coffee, tea and bottled water available in the communal area throughout the day.

Amenities

Amenities and guest services at the Hawthorn Inn Bed and Breakfast include a delicious two-course breakfast served every morning, complimentary snacks and beverages throughout the day, comfortable communal areas and stunning gardens in which to relax. Additional conveniences around the Inn include air-conditioning in the summer months and complimentary wireless Internet, as well as DVD players in some of the rooms.

Weddings & Events

The Hawthorn Inn offers an idyllic and romantic venue for small weddings and receptions with beautiful gardens and lawns, a peaceful and quiet location and lovely decks and terraces for sit-down receptions and dinners. Groups of up to 50 guests can be catered for outdoors, while up to 20 guests can be accommodated indoors and a range of services is offered, including catering, flowers, and photography.